Project Procurement & Contracts Leader

CHINEDU CASMIR OKORIE

PROJECT PROCUREMENT MANAGER CONTRACTS & SUPPLY CHAIN LEADER EPC & CAPITAL PROJECTS

Richmond, TX 77407 +1-832-***-**** ********@*******.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Results-driven Project Procurement and Contracts Management professional with 20+ years of experience leading procurement, sourcing, contracting, logistics, and supply chain operations across major EPC, oil & gas, energy, and capital project environments. Proven track record supporting multi-million-dollar greenfield and brownfield projects for organizations including Air Liquide, Eroton E&P, SEPLAT, Shell, Chevron, and engineering service providers. Expertise in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, supplier relationship management, project procurement planning, logistics coordination, and stakeholder engagement. Skilled at driving cost optimization, mitigating supply chain risks, accelerating project delivery schedules, and ensuring compliance with corporate governance, HSE, and regulatory requirements.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Project Procurement Management

Strategic Sourcing & Category Management

EPC & Capital Projects Procurement

Contract Lifecycle Management & RACI

Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)

Tendering & Bid Evaluation

Commercial Negotiations

Supply Chain Management

Logistics & Transportation Management

Procurement Planning & Execution

Long Lead Equipment Procurement

Cost Optimization & Cost Reduction

Procurement Governance & Compliance

Risk Management & Mitigation

Vendor Qualification & Performance Management

Stakeholder & Executive Management

Joint Venture (JV) Procurement

Inventory & Warehouse Management

Project Controls & Schedule Management

Procurement Analytics & Reporting

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Procurement: Strategic Sourcing, RFx Management, Tendering, Bid Evaluation, Supplier Selection, Category Management

Contracts: Contract Negotiation, Contract Administration, Contract Compliance, MSA Development, Service Agreements

Supply Chain: Logistics Management, Transportation Procurement, Material Management, Expediting, Inventory Control

ERP Systems: SAP ERP, SAP Procurement, SAP MM, SAP E-Procurement

Reporting: Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Procurement Dashboards, KPI Reporting

Project Delivery: EPC Projects, Greenfield Projects, Brownfield Projects, Procurement Planning, ROS Management

Leadership: Vendor Management, Team Leadership, Stakeholder Engagement, Executive Presentations

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

AIR LIQUIDE E&C AMERICAS – Houston, TX Project Procurement Manager Jun 2024 – Present

Lead end-to-end procurement activities supporting large-scale EPC greenfield projects, ensuring alignment with engineering deliverables, construction schedules, and project milestones.

Direct sourcing, supplier qualification, bid evaluations, contract negotiations, and procurement execution for critical equipment and material packages.

Develop and manage Project Procurement Plans (PPP) to ensure long-lead materials meet Required-On-Site (ROS) dates and project schedule requirements.

Establish and negotiate Master Service Agreements (MSAs) with OEMs and strategic suppliers, driving cost optimization and supply assurance.

Monitor supplier performance through procurement KPIs, ensuring quality, safety, delivery, and commercial compliance requirements are achieved.

Lead procurement strategy development for capital project packages while minimizing supply chain risks and schedule impacts.

Process and manage purchase orders through SAP procurement systems while ensuring compliance with corporate procurement policies.

Execute supplier Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), commercial evaluations, and contracting documentation before sourcing activities.

Provide procurement progress reports, risk assessments, and supplier status updates to project leadership and executive stakeholders.

Partner with engineering, construction, project controls, and logistics teams to ensure seamless procurement execution and project delivery.

COYOTE LOGISTICS – Houston, TX Transportation Procurement & Logistics Specialist Jan 2024 – May 2024

Managed transportation sourcing and carrier procurement activities across truckload, LTL, and intermodal freight operations.

Negotiated freight rates, transportation agreements, and carrier contracts to improve service levels and reduce transportation costs.

Coordinated shipment execution and logistics planning activities across multiple customer accounts throughout North America.

Analyzed transportation KPIs including carrier performance, transit times, freight claims, and on-time delivery metrics.

Collaborated with carriers, warehouses, and customers to resolve shipment disruptions and improve operational performance.

Utilized transportation management systems and logistics dashboards to monitor freight movement and supply chain visibility.

Conducted market analysis of carrier capacity and freight pricing trends to support strategic sourcing initiatives.

Supported logistics optimization efforts focused on cost reduction, service improvement, and transportation network efficiency.

EROTON EXPLORATION & PRODUCTION COMPANY LIMITED Contracts & Administration Manager Apr 2015 – Apr 2023

Directed procurement and contracting strategies supporting upstream oil and gas operations, capital projects, and production activities.

Presented and defended procurement strategies, contract awards, and sourcing recommendations before executive tender boards and JV stakeholders.

Managed full contract lifecycle activities from sourcing and tendering through award, administration, and closeout.

Led supplier negotiations and commercial discussions resulting in improved contract terms and procurement efficiencies.

Developed and implemented Supply Chain Management (SCM) processes, procedures, and service-level agreements across the organization.

Coordinated procurement approvals and stakeholder engagements with JV partners including NNPC and NCDMB.

Supervised tendering, contracting, and post-award contract management activities supporting engineering and operational functions.

Managed procurement budgets, performance reporting, and commercial risk mitigation initiatives.

Supported facilities management, logistics operations, vendor registration, and strategic sourcing programs.

Developed category management strategies that enhanced supplier performance and improved sourcing effectiveness.

SEPLAT PETROLEUM DEVELOPMENT COMPANY PLC Senior Project Contracts Engineer Aug 2011 – Mar 2015

Supported execution of major capital projects including Liquid Treatment Facility developments and associated infrastructure programs.

Developed project contracting and procurement strategies aligned with engineering, finance, and project execution objectives.

Managed procurement activities for engineering services, equipment packages, and construction support contracts.

Coordinated sourcing, tendering, evaluation, negotiation, award, and contract administration activities.

Expedited long-lead equipment procurement to maintain project schedules and prevent delays to ROS milestones.

Partnered with project controls, finance, engineering, logistics, and HSE teams to support successful project delivery.

Coordinated international shipping, customs clearance, and logistics operations for project materials and equipment.

Managed engineering service contracts and vendor performance programs across multiple operational projects.

Prepared and defended procurement recommendations before tender boards and executive approval committees.

Obtained stakeholder concurrence and regulatory approvals for procurement and contracting activities.

SHELL NIGERIA EXPLORATION & PRODUCTION COMPANY (SNEPCO) Contracts Specialist Aug 2005 – Jul 2011

Managed facilities maintenance, manpower, engineering, geophysics, HSE, and operational support contracts.

Developed procurement strategies, tender documentation, award recommendations, and commercial agreements.

Led competitive tendering activities including bid solicitation, technical evaluations, commercial assessments, and negotiations.

Administered post-award contract management processes and supplier performance monitoring programs.

Conducted contract negotiations and supplier meetings to improve service delivery and commercial outcomes.

Managed contractor claims, contract variations, dispute resolution activities, and contract closeout processes.

Monitored SAP payment workflows to ensure timely invoice processing and supplier payments.

Developed KPI scorecards and contract management frameworks supporting contractor performance improvement.

Ensured contractor compliance with procurement governance, HSE requirements, and company policies.

Managed materials price agreements and strategic sourcing initiatives supporting operational requirements.

CHEVRON NIGERIA LIMITED Contracts Engineer Oct 2003 – Jul 2005

Supported procurement and contracting activities for drilling, completion, reservoir management, HSE, and deepwater project operations.

Managed sourcing and contracting for drilling services, coiled tubing, directional drilling, MWD/LWD, and completion services.

Prepared contract strategies, tender documentation, bid evaluations, and commercial recommendations.

Coordinated supplier engagements and negotiations to ensure commercial competitiveness and operational readiness.

Supported contract administration, supplier performance monitoring, and project procurement activities.

Ensured procurement compliance with corporate governance, project requirements, and industry standards.

NIGER-GLOBAL ENGINEERING & TECHNICAL CO. LTD Process Engineer Jul 1998 – Aug 2003

Designed and reviewed process engineering deliverables including P&IDs, process flow diagrams, and equipment specifications.

Supported engineering design, equipment sizing, installation, and commissioning activities for oil and gas projects.

Prepared technical and commercial proposals for major engineering, refinery, and gas processing projects.

Participated in refinery upgrades, gas processing initiatives, pipeline construction, and pressure testing projects.

Managed bid preparation, tender submissions, client presentations, and proposal defense activities.

Coordinated subcontractor activities and supported project execution across engineering and construction projects.

Assisted in development of safety procedures, risk mitigation programs, and operational compliance initiatives.

Identified new business opportunities and supported business development efforts within the energy sector.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) – Chemical Engineering

Federal University of Technology, Owerri, Nigeria

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN) – Registered Engineer

Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE) – Member

American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) – Member

PROFESSIONAL TRAINING & CERTIFICATIONS

Negotiating Oil & Gas Contracts – Advanced Master Class (CPD Certified)

Supply Chain Academy Procurement & Sourcing Program

Authentic Leadership Programme – Lagos Business School

Building & Managing High Performance Teams

Developing Leadership Competencies

International Level 1 & 2 Certificate in HSE Management

Introduction to Law and Contract Management

Procurement & Strategic Sourcing Management

Supplier Performance Measurement & Management

Value Analysis & Value Engineering

Post-Award Contract Management

Procurement Planning & Commercial Negotiation

Supplier Relationship Management

Cost & Price Management for Procurement Professionals

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